EnvironmentCalifornia tribe that lost 90% of land during Gold Rush to get site to serve as gateway to redwoodsMarch 20, 2024The Yurok Tribe will be getting back a slice of its ancestral land dotted with majestic redwoods and a key creek for salmon spawning.
Housing and HomelessnessNew affordable housing community Cornerstone offers hope, homeownership in South SacramentoMarch 20, 2024 | Chris NicholsThe first-of-its-kind project for the Sacramento region includes bright yellow apartment buildings located directly across the street from 18 single family homes south of Lemon Hill.
State GovernmentNew data shows it's gotten easier to vote in the U.S. since 2000March 20, 2024Nearly 97% of voting-age U.S. citizens now live in a state with some form of early voting, according to a new report.
Health CareDespite bans in some states, more than a million abortions were provided in 2023March 19, 2024That's the highest number in more than a decade, according to new research. Medication abortion made up a larger share of the total than in 2020.
Health CareIn a pandemic milestone, the NIH ends guidance on COVID treatmentMarch 19, 2024The National Institutes of Health is sunsetting its influential COVID-19 treatment guidelines, used by millions of doctors to guide care during the pandemic.
Health CareFirst over-the-counter birth control pill now for sale onlineMarch 18, 2024Opill, an over-the-counter birth control pill, goes on sale online today. The pill is expected to be available in stores within a few weeks.
EducationCalifornia may extend financial aid deadline for students impacted by federal delaysMarch 18, 2024A new federal student aid application is blocking some students from completing their forms. Now California legislators are trying to extend the deadline for state student aid.
Sacramento RegionSacramento artists bring forth community-centric solutions at city arts commission meetingMarch 14, 2024Artists reconvene to further discuss Wide Open Walls following failed mural project.
EnvironmentCalifornia weakens plan for mandatory cutbacks in urban water use, yielding to criticismMarch 14, 2024The revised proposal grants water providers an extra five years for reducing outdoor irrigation. Cities and water agencies are relieved, while critics say Californians will keep wasting water.
Sacramento RegionAlchemist Public Market planned for Sacramento’s River DistrictMarch 13, 2024The market will include a large commissary kitchen, an outdoor food court, farmers markets, cafe, coworking office and more. The forthcoming market will be located at 341 North 10th Street and is expected to cost $12.5 million to build.